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If you follow emerging home decorating trends, you may have noticed a style called “Grandmillenial” appearing over the past couple of years.  Also called “granny chic” this trend embraces everything familiar...

Our most iconic style, Martha Washington's Choice, has been around since 1940.  That was over 80 years ago, and yet this beautifully woven terry design continues to be our best...

Here at Bates, we truly believe in making quality products that can last for generations!  We often receive phone calls, emails, and reviews from people who have owned a Bates...

Are you looking to upgrade your bedroom with a few new American made items this winter?  We've compiled a list of some of our favorite made-in-USA home furnishings that you might consider adding...

It's getting to be that time of year again - shopping time!  In our last post, "5 Reasons to Buy American Made for the 2020 Holiday Season" we outlined several...

The 2020 holiday season will certainly look different than other seasons’ past.  Our country has been hit hard by the pandemic, with no American left unaffected in some way.  As...

Old Man Winter is knocking on our doors!  The crisp, bright days of fall are sadly coming to a close, with the dreary days of November rapidly approaching on the...

Brrr, the dark days and chilly nights are here!  Luckily, we have the the holiday lights and festivities to look forward to.  If you're searching for the ideal gift to...

It's nearly that time of year again!  With the days getting chillier and Thanksgiving around the corner, we're starting to feel the holiday spirit.  Sometimes, it can be tough finding...

With the winter months quickly approaching, it’s time to add an extra layer of warmth to your bed, and blankets are the obvious choice.  With so many options, though, how...

The Marshfield School of Weaving The Marshfield School of Weaving is situated in the gorgeous, mountainous town of Marshfield, Vermont.  Founded in 1974 by Norman Kennedy, the school predominantly specializes in...

When you visit the Bates Mill in Lewiston today, you can still hear the falls that powered the original textile machines that called the mill home for over a century....